# 119-sres-373: A resolution recognizing the 50th anniversary of the independence of the Republic of Cabo Verde and celebrating the contributions of Cabo Verdean-Americans to democracy in Cabo Verde and the United States.

119-sres-373, A resolution recognizing the 50th anniversary of the independence of the Republic of Cabo Verde and celebrating the contributions of Cabo Verdean-Americans to democracy in Cabo Verde and the United States., is a 119th Congress bill sponsored by Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA] (D-MA); status introduced (as of 2026-04-21).

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## Facts
- Bill: 119-sres-373
- Congress: 119
- Title: A resolution recognizing the 50th anniversary of the independence of the Republic of Cabo Verde and celebrating the contributions of Cabo Verdean-Americans to democracy in Cabo Verde and the United States.
- Status: introduced
- Introduced: 2025-09-04
- Sponsor: Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA] (D-MA)
- Cosponsors: 3
- Policy area: International Affairs
- Touches household money: no
- Last recorded action: 2026-04-21

## Summary

**Marks the 50th anniversary of Cabo Verde’s independence.** This resolution would celebrate Cabo Verde’s democratic progress and the contributions of Cabo Verdean-Americans while highlighting bilateral cooperation and Cabo Verde’s role in international affairs. - Cabo Verdean-American families and communities would be commended for cultural and civic contributions and described as a bridge between the two countries. - The people and government of Cabo Verde would receive formal U.S. support for their commitment to freedom, democracy, and good governance. - U.S. ties on development, health, and security would be spotlighted, including past Millennium Challenge Corporation compacts. The resolution would also note Cabo Verde’s support for Ukraine and designate July 5, 2025 as the 50th anniversary date.

## Cosponsors (3)

- Sen. Welch, Peter [D-VT] (D-VT), 2025-09-04T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Warren, Elizabeth [D-MA] (D-MA), 2025-09-04T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Reed, Jack [D-RI] (D-RI), 2025-09-04T00:00:00.000Z

## Related bills

- 119-s-3990: PrEP Access and Coverage Act of 2026
- 119-s-2823: FAMILY Act
- 119-s-2763: Keep Billionaires Out of Social Security Act
- 119-s-3869: Healthy Families Act
- 119-s-51: Washington, D.C. Admission Act
- 119-s-5108: Right to IVF Act of 2026

## Sources
- [119-sres-373 on Congress.gov](https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-resolution/373)

## Related
- [119-s-3990: PrEP Access and Coverage Act of 2026](https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-s-3990)
- [119-s-2823: FAMILY Act](https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-s-2823)
- [119-s-2763: Keep Billionaires Out of Social Security Act](https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-s-2763)
- [119-s-3869: Healthy Families Act](https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-s-3869)
- [119-s-51: Washington, D.C. Admission Act](https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-s-51)
- [119-s-5108: Right to IVF Act of 2026](https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-s-5108)
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Source: PRIA, https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-sres-373 (as of 2026-04-21).